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Otago Daily Times
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Otago Daily Times
Stampede win two from two over Makos
Photo: file The Southern Stampede are back at their best. The Stampede recorded two big wins against the Auckland Mako for the defending champions to remain at the top of the national men's ice hockey league table. Playing at home in Queenstown, the Stampede thumped the Mako 11-2 on Friday. It was a red-hot start where Colin McIntosh and Axel Ruski-Jones each had a double in the first period to add to team-mates Jack Robbie and Jett McCullum's goals. Thomas Clark scored for the Makos to trail 6-1. Ruski-Jones added another two in the second period and Maxwell Macharg, Connor Harrison and McIntosh added another to round out the big win. The Stampeded followed up with a 6-1 victory on Saturday. Harrison and Nolan Ross scored a brace and Ruski-Jones and Ollie Ruski-Jones added the others. The Dunedin Thunder had a 6-3 loss to the West Auckland Admirals. They played again yesterday and the Admirals won again, 4-3. In the national women's league, the Wakatipu Wild had a 4-2 win against the Thunder. Former Thunder player and Ice Fern Caitlin-Judith Heale got the Wild under way 17 minutes in with the opening goal. But Ice Fern team-mate Sammy Heyward struck back for the Thunder to be 1-1 at the end of the first period. Kellye Nelson added another for the Wild in the only points in the second period. French import Lea Mullender levelled the score for the Thunder early in the final period. But the Wild hit back with late goals to Inge Kemp and Kelli Burstein to seal the victory. The Wild and the Thunder played again yesterday. The Thunder won 3-1.
Otago Daily Times
09-05-2025
- Sport
- Otago Daily Times
Bronze medal ‘bittersweet'
SkyCity Stampede's Colin McIntosh was named player of the tourney for the NZ Ice Blacks following last week's world champs in Dunedin. PHOTO: SUPPLIED While Ice Blacks head coach Queenstowner Cam Frear is stoked his charges secured the bronze medal at last week's IIHF Division 2 Group B champs in Dunedin, he admits it's "a bit bittersweet". "I think all of us went there with the goal of gaining promotion and getting gold, but Georgia and Iceland were both very good teams and they definitely deserved to come away with gold and silver, respectively. "[But] any time you go to worlds and you're able to get a medal, you've got to be pretty happy." The Ice Blacks boasted nine SkyCity Stampede players, including forward Colin McIntosh who was named Ice Blacks' player of the tourney. Across the five games, he scored three goals and assisted in five — overall, he was 12th-equal in goal-scoring leaders, ninth-equal in assists and second in face-off leaders — Stampede's Dylan Devlin was 14th. Frear: "He [McIntosh] was so good for us, in every single game he stepped up and kind of led us, offensively. "He deserved New Zealand player of the tournament." Other Stampede standouts included Lachlan Frear (one goal, one assist), Stefan Amston (one goal, assisted by Jordan Challis), and debutant Axel Ruski-Jones (one assist). As to the atmosphere in Dunedin, Frear says it was "awesome". "Over 1000 people [came for] the last two games that we had, and having big crowds for all of the games isn't something that's normal any other time you go to world champs, anywhere else in the world. "For it to be family and friends and workmates ... was pretty special for the coaches and the players as well."
Scoop
03-05-2025
- Sport
- Scoop
Black Ice Edges Bulgaria In Thriller At Sold-Out Dunedin Ice Stadium
02 May A deafening crowd roared to its feet in Dunedin tonight as the Ice Blacks secured a thrilling 3-2 win over Bulgaria at the IIHF Division II Group B World Championships. With a sell-out home crowd packed into the Dunedin Ice Stadium, the Ice Blacks delivered one of their grittiest performances of the tournament, grinding out a hard-fought victory that keeps their silver medal hopes alive heading into the final day. In a game that was evenly matched from puck drop to final whistle, it was New Zealand's composure in key moments - and the electric atmosphere behind them - that made the difference. Fan favourite Justin Daigle sealed the win with just minutes left on the clock, wiring home the game-winning goal off a crisp feed from Colin McIntosh to send the arena into absolute chaos. The Canadian-born blueliner's celebration was matched only by the thunderous response from the home faithful. New Zealand found the net once per period despite a penalty-heavy contest that saw both benches routinely shortened by minor infractions. The first goal came off the stick of Colin McIntosh, who was later named Player of the Game for New Zealand. The dynamic forward was everywhere tonight, generating relentless pressure with linemates Chris Eaden and Jacob Carey. The trio combined for two of the team's three goals and countless high-danger chances. Alexander Regan added the second marker for the Kiwis, taking a perfect pass from Eaden and finishing with precision midway through the second. But Bulgaria never backed down, clawing back both times to even the score and threatening late into the third. McIntosh's late-game heroics on the Daigle goal ultimately separated the two sides, pushing New Zealand ahead for good. With the win, New Zealand now faces Iceland tomorrow night in a clash that will decide the silver medal. Puck drops at 8:00 p.m. in what promises to be another electric atmosphere. Strap in, Dunedin. One more game. One more medal. And this team is just getting warmed up.
Scoop
28-04-2025
- Sport
- Scoop
Georgia Proves Too Strong As Ice Blacks Fall 5-0 In Dunedin
The New Zealand Ice Blacks faced a formidable challenge last night at the IIHF World Championship Division II B, going down 5-0 to a powerful Georgian side at Dunedin Ice Stadium. From the opening face-off, Georgia asserted their dominance with a fast, physical game, controlling much of the play and keeping the Ice Blacks pinned in their defensive zone for long stretches. Georgia, who have become an increasingly competitive force in international ice hockey, showed their class, strength, and clinical finishing ability, and now sit unbeaten at the top of the tournament table with two wins from two games. Despite the scoreline, the Ice Blacks showed heart and grit in a bruising contest. Stand-out performances came from forward Colin McIntosh, Justin Daigle, Jacob Carey, and the tireless Joe Orr, who was named New Zealand's Player of the Game. After two games, New Zealand sits in fourth place with one win and one loss. Today is a scheduled rest day for all teams, offering a chance for recovery and regrouping with low-impact on-ice sessions. The Ice Blacks will look to bounce back tomorrow when they face Thailand, who are still searching for their first win of the tournament. New Zealand will be aiming to reignite their campaign and climb back up the standings. The puck drops for New Zealand vs Thailand tomorrow at 8pm - a crucial game as the second half of the tournament unfolds. About the Ice Blacks The Ice Blacks are New Zealand's national men's ice hockey team, representing the country on the world stage in IIHF competition. Known for their grit, determination, and fast-paced style of play, the Ice Blacks are a proud symbol of the growth of ice hockey in New Zealand. They regularly compete in the IIHF World Championship Division II tournaments and have a strong following at home and abroad. About the IIHF World Championship Division II B The IIHF World Championship Division II B is an international tournament featuring emerging hockey nations from around the globe. Teams compete for promotion to higher divisions, with each game offering valuable world ranking points. The 2025 tournament is being held in Dunedin, New Zealand, providing a rare opportunity for local fans to see world championship action on home ice. Teams include: New Zealand (Ice Blacks), Chinese Taipei, Georgia, Thailand, Iceland and Bulgaria
